Budgie Smugglers
Australian SlangDefinition
Australian slang for tight-fitting men’s swim briefs, humorously implying a noticeable bulge (as if “smuggling” a budgerigar).
Examples
"He rocked up to the beach in bright red budgie smugglers, copping a few cheeky comments from his mates."
"Mum told Dad to throw some shorts over his budgie smugglers before the neighbours popped round."
"He grabbed a new pair of budgie smugglers for the swim meet, insisting they’re more aerodynamic than boardies."